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ശ്രീ വടക്കുംനാഥൻ ക്ഷേത്രം

Sree Vadakkumnathan Temple in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala, is a revered Hindu sanctuary rooted in the spiritual landscape of central Kerala's temple culture.

॥ ॐ शान्तिः शान्तिः शान्तिः ॥

Ancient Bells,
Living Faith

Sree Vadakkumnathan Temple stands in Kottappuram, a locality within Thrissur district in Kerala, serving as a place of worship deeply woven into the region's Hindu devotional life. The temple represents the architectural and spiritual traditions characteristic of Kerala's temple complexes, where communities have gathered for generations to honor the divine through ritual and prayer.

॥ वसुधैव कुटुम्बकम् ॥

Light a Lamp,
Offer a Prayer

Located in the 680001 postal region, the temple functions as a spiritual anchor for its surrounding area. Like many temples across central Kerala, Sree Vadakkumnathan embodies the distinctive elements of Kerala's Hindu worship practices, reflecting both the region's architectural conventions and its approach to sacred space. The temple's presence in Kottappuram connects it to a broader network of pilgrimage and devotional sites that define Kerala's religious heritage.

grand South Indian temple complex, featuring multiple ornate gopurams (towers) and mandapams, is beautifully illuminated at night by countless flickering oil lamps. Garlands of flowers and festive decorations adorn the temple architecture. In the foreground, devotees in traditional attire walk along the perimeter of a reflective temple tank, where numerous small diyas float, mirroring the temple's glow and the bright full moon in the night sky.

Welcome to the Sanctum

ശ്രീ വടക്കുംനാഥൻ ക്ഷേത്രം

Sree Vadakkumnathan Temple in Kottappuram, Thrissur, Kerala, is a revered Hindu sanctuary rooted in the spiritual landscape of central Kerala's temple culture.

Sree Vadakkumnathan Temple stands in Kottappuram, a locality within Thrissur district in Kerala, serving as a place of worship deeply woven into the region's Hindu devotional life. The temple represents the architectural and spiritual traditions characteristic of Kerala's temple complexes, where communities have gathered for generations to honor the divine through ritual and prayer.

108Sacred Lamps
6Daily Aartis
Blessings

Sacred Offerings

Sevas & Pujas

Offerings performed by ordained priests under the guidance of vedic tradition — for every milestone of life.

Mahabhishekam

Ceremonial bathing of the deity with milk, honey, sandalwood and sacred herbs accompanied by Vedic chants.

Archana

Recitation of the deity's names and mantras with flower offerings, performed in your name and gotra.

गं

Ganapati Homam

Sacred fire ritual to invoke Lord Ganesha — performed before new beginnings and important journeys.

Daily Worship

Aarti & Darshan Hours

Open every day of the week. Each hour carries its own fragrance, its own prayer.

  • 04:30 AMSuprabhatamAwakening of the Lord with vedic hymns
  • 07:00 AMTomala SevaOffering of fresh tulsi & flower garlands
  • 11:30 AMRajbhog AartiMidday bhog and naivedyam
  • 04:00 PMUtthapan DarshanReawakening after the afternoon rest
  • 07:00 PMSandhya AartiTwilight worship with conch and bell
  • 09:00 PMShayan AartiFinal blessing — sanctum closes for the night

Plan Your Visit

Reach the Sanctum

Address: Thrissur, Kerala, India 680001

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